Titanium has become one of the most essential materials in modern aircraft manufacturing, offering a unique combination of lightweight strength, corrosion resistance, heat stability, and fatigue durability. From fuselage structures to jet engine components, titanium alloys enable stronger, lighter, and more fuel-efficient aircraft.
As a trusted titanium supplier, Ti Time Company delivers precision-engineered titanium products tailored for the aerospace sector, supporting OEMs, MRO facilities, and aviation innovators worldwide.
1. Experience: Titanium’s Critical Role in Aircraft Engineering
With over two decades of supplying aerospace-grade titanium, Ti Time Company understands the rigorous demands of the aviation industry. Our titanium materials meet stringent ASTM, AMS, and ISO standards, ensuring traceability, quality, and compliance for critical aircraft components.
We supply mill products, forged parts, precision billets, and machined elements designed for aerospace use cases.
2. Why Titanium is Used in Aircraft
✦ High Strength-to-Weight Ratio
Titanium offers comparable strength to steel while being 45% lighter, enabling structural weight reduction and improving fuel efficiency, range, and payload capacity.
✦ Corrosion Resistance
Titanium’s passive oxide layer protects against saltwater, chemical exposure, and galvanic corrosion, especially important in composite airframes.
✦ Heat Resistance
Titanium alloys can withstand temperatures of up to 600°C (1112°F), making them ideal for jet engine components under extreme thermal and mechanical stress.
✦ Fatigue and Fracture Toughness
Titanium maintains structural integrity under repeated stress, crucial for long-term reliability in airframes, landing gear, and rotating components.
3. Applications of Titanium in Aircraft
| Application Area | Titanium Use |
|---|---|
| Airframes | Fuselages, wings, and empennages for strength and weight savings |
| Engines | Turbine blades, compressor discs, casings—high-heat and high-stress components |
| Landing Gear | Shock-absorbing and load-bearing undercarriage elements |
| Fasteners & Bolts | High-strength, corrosion-resistant attachment systems |
| Hydraulic Systems | Tubing and brackets requiring low weight and high integrity |
Examples: Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Airbus A350, Boeing 777—all use titanium extensively in airframes and engines.
4. Titanium Alloys Commonly Used in Aircraft
Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5): Most widely used aerospace titanium alloy, ideal for structural and engine applications.
Ti-6Al-4V ELI: Extra-low interstitial version for enhanced fracture toughness, often used in highly stressed or safety-critical parts.
Beta Alloys (e.g., Ti-10V-2Fe-3Al): High strength and deep hardenability, often used in landing gear and fasteners.
5. Manufacturing and Supply by Ti Time Company
We offer aerospace customers:
✅ Certified Titanium Materials – Compliant with ASTM B348, AMS 4928, and equivalent standards
✅ Custom Dimensions – Bars, plates, sheets, rods, and forged blocks tailored to design needs
✅ Machined Parts – Titanium parts ready for assembly, CNC-finished to aerospace tolerances
✅ Rapid Turnaround & Global Logistics – Reliable delivery for time-critical aerospace production
FAQs – Titanium Used in Aircraft
Why is titanium preferred over aluminum in some aircraft parts?
Titanium is stronger and more heat-resistant, making it more suitable for engines, landing gear, and high-stress areas compared to aluminum.
What percentage of modern aircraft is made from titanium?
Aircraft like the Boeing 787 Dreamliner use up to 15% titanium by weight, especially in engines and composite-compatible structures.
Are all titanium alloys suitable for aerospace applications?
No. Only aerospace-certified grades such as Ti-6Al-4V and ELI meet the performance, testing, and traceability requirements for flight use.
What certifications does Ti Time provide with aerospace titanium?
We supply materials with ASTM, AMS, ISO certifications, along with Mill Test Reports (MTRs) and third-party inspections upon request.
Can I request custom shapes or forged parts for aircraft components?
Absolutely. Ti Time offers custom forged and machined titanium parts made to aerospace specifications.
Titanium has transformed aircraft design—delivering lighter, stronger, and more heat-tolerant structures essential to modern aviation and aerospace innovation. Its role in enhancing fuel efficiency, structural safety, and long-term durability is unmatched.
As a leading titanium supplier, Ti Time Company offers precision-engineered titanium materials and components that meet the strictest aerospace standards. Whether you’re building jet engines, airframes, or landing systems, partner with a titanium expert you can trust.
